NC researchers are pioneering genetic engineering of crops. Wildlife officials are working to bring water back to the Great Dismal Swamp. And Pam Wall talks about the upcoming move of the Kidzu Childrens' Museum in Chapel Hill.

Pilot Mountain State Park continues to recover a year after a controlled burn got out of control. Rick Sullivan goes behind the scenes at the UNC School of the Arts. And UNCSA School of Filmmaking Dean Susan Ruskin talks about the art of movie-making at the school.

NC lawmakers consider state recognition for the Chowanoke Tribe. Chimney Rock State Park works to balance tourism needs with environmental protection efforts. And Dr. Valerie Johnson previews some of the many events coming up to celebrate Black History Month.

We take a ride with the nationally-recognized St. Andrews University Equestrian Program. We tour the historic Radisson Governors Inn. And author Allan Gurganus talks about his new book.

1 in 5 children goes hungry in our state, & in some areas 1 in 3 children are food insecure. Heather Burgiss visits the food banks of Eastern & Western North Carolina, as well as several regional organizations, to learn what programs are in place to help children & families in need.

From an archaeological dig at the site of a 16th century Spanish fort, to new research into a historic photo from the Gettysburg Address, to a laser helping conservators protect and preserve works of art, producer Frank Graff shares some of his favorite NC Science Now stories from 2013.

We continue our tour of UNC campuses with a visit to UNC Charlotte. Piedmont Biofuels produces & promotes locally-made biodiesel. And Anita Brown-Graham gives us a preview of the 2014 Emerging Issues Forum.

NC legislators look into state regulators' approval process for engineering projects. Kelly McCullen discusses the issue further with Rep. Chris Millis. David Hains tours Charlotte Douglas International Airport. And CPA Haleh Modasser shares financial planning tips during National Financial Wellness Month.

Lawmakers look into the Community Work Crews program. Kelly McCullen talks further on the issue with Rep. Jason Saine. Heather Burgiss looks into efforts to aid & study the striped bass population along the Cape Fear River. And author Jason Mott talks about his debut novel - The Returned.

State lawmakers review the rising cost of caring for older inmates in NC prisons. Kelly McCullen talks further about the issue with Sen. Mike Woodard. A high-tech puppet show is presenting an old craft in a new light. And Dean Susan Jaffe of the UNCSA School of Dance talks about the programs underway at the school.